What Standards do I need to Maintain in a HMO?
There are certain standards that you will have to abide to when running an HMO. These are in place so that your tenants are safe. These are as follows:
- Management Regulations which regulate how an HMO is managed.
- The Licensing and Management of Houses in Multiple Occupation and Other Houses (Miscellaneous Provisions) (England) Regulations 2006 are in place to ensure the number of facilities provided are adequate. Please click here for more information.
- Standards and Amenities Guide for Houses in Multiple Occupation are in place so that the rooms are the correct size, and the number of facilities provided are adequate.
- All properties are inspected during the license term using a risk based system known as HHSRS (Housing Health and Safety Rating System) which ensures there are no serious hazards in the property.
- Fire Safety Guidance in the Homestamp guide and LACORS.
Failure to incorporate this regulations/guidance into your management of the property could result in fines, prosecution and/ or your license being revoked.